3 Ingredient Slow Cooker Salsa Chicken and The Weekly Menu

This easy slow cooker recipe is great when feeding a crowd.  Only 3 ingredients and a few minutes of hands on time results in tender, flavorful chicken that can be served with tortillas and toppings, a side of rice or used in a casserole.  

I served it up at the Teen's birthday party as one of the entrees with warmed flour tortillas, cheese, sour cream and guacamole so people could roll their own burritos.  There were 2 other entrees as well which meant that after feeding nearly 30 people there was still enough left to create a casserole for another  dinner for 4.

Beef and Pork Ravioli, A Book Review and a Nebbiolo from Langhe #ItalianFWT

Delicious mixture of beef, pork, leeks, and cabbage flavored with garlic and rosemary before being made into tender ravioli and tossed in a butter sage sauce.

Paired with a 100% Nebbiolo from Langhe, it made for a very enjoyable dinner........

A Relish Tray and a Review of The Night Watchman

Remember the Relish Trays that you used to find at every holiday gathering or summer potluck party?  I think it's time we revive the ritual and give those fond memories to our children and grandchildren.

Rituals and Traditions are so very important.  This point was driven home to me as I listened to The Night Watchman during my morning walks.

Fruit Salad with Rhubarb Syrup, Mint and Basil #SundayFunday

Mixed Berries, Fresh Mint and Basil dressed in a Rhubarb Syrup is delicious as a light dessert on it's own or spooned over pound cake for a more subsantial dessert.

The Sunday Funday Bloggers are sharing Fresh Garden Harvest Recipes today.......

Yellow Tail Wine is from NSW, who knew?? And the Weekly Menu #WorldWineTravel

I thought I was going to have to sit out of this month's World Wine Travel event.  The theme, hosted by Cam of Culinary Adventures with Camilla was Reds from New South Wales.  

When this theme was announced I wasn't concerned about being able to source wines because I was a proud member of Wine.com and could pretty much get any wine I needed.  Then tragedy struck and Wine.com is no longer able to ship to Michigan.  I checked with Total Wines and found that they do carry wines from NSW but not here in Michigan.  I checked with my friend Dave who works for a wine wholesaler, he was unable to help me.

So I announced to the group that I was unable to participate and Robin of Crushed Grape Chronicles advised that Yellow Tail wines were from Riverina in NSW.  Who knew?  Yellow Tail wine is available everywhere!!!

Tropical Milkshake #DairyWeek

All the Tropical Flavors that you love blended into an American treat, topped with red, white and blue sprinkles making it perfect for Independence Day.

 Today is the final day of our National Dairy Month celebration.......

Pineapple Lime Mini Bundts #BundtBakers

Tender cake flavored with lime and fresh pineapple chunks in individual baby bundts that are perfect for taking on your summer gatherings.

It's time for the Bundt Bakers.........

Happy Birthday Kirsie--I am serving up your Eclair Cake for #DairyWeek in memory of you.

Cream puff crust and custard filling topped with whipped cream and drizzled with chocolate.  This delicious dessert is sure to become a family favorite.

It is the second installment of this year's Dairy Week event......

Sunshine Sushi Roll and a Book Review #LitHappens

Sunshine Sushi Rolls stuffed with smoked salmon, cucumber, avocado and cream cheese so named because they were inspired by the novel, Klara and the Sun, our June Lit Happens read.

Greek Orange Phyllo Cake #CakeSliceBakers

Orange soaked cake of phyllo dough, eggs, greek yogurt and sugar topped with whipped cream and candied orange slices.

It's time for the Cake Slice Bakers......

Milk Cookies #DairyMonth

 Enjoy these milk cookies with a big glass of cold milk.  They are crispy, delightful and fun to make.

The Festive Foodies are celebrating National Dairy Month this week.......

Strawberries with Minted Yogurt #SundayFunday

Enjoy the best of the Summer Bounty with this easy and delicious recipe.  Perfect for a light dessert, as breakfast in the morning or as a refreshing snack anytime.

The Sunday Funday Bloggers are sharing Yogurt Recipes today......

Leftover Steak Teriyaki Soup and the Weekly Menu #SoupSaturdaySwappers

 It's grilling season.  For many that means steaks but what to do with the leftovers?  You can serve 4 for lunch the next day with any leftover steak by making this quick and easy Teriyaki Soup. 

The Soup Saturday Swappers are starting with Leftovers today........

Cremant Wine Battered Perch; Michigan and French Classics Collide #FishFridayFoodies #Winophiles

Fresh Michigan Lake Perch dredged in a batter made with Cremant from France.  This was the crispiest, tastiest fish I have ever made.  Beer batter has been replaced with Cremant batter in this household.

Memphis Style BBQ Sauce #MoviesandMunchies

This amazing vinegar based barbecue sauce is the perfect condiment, glaze or addition to your pulled pork, pulled chicken, or Memphis style ribs.  I served it up with pulled pork that had cooked to perfection on the smoker.  

I was inspired to change up my BBQ sauce after watching Uncorked......

Baby Babkas #BreadBakers

These little baby babkas are like individual chocolate cinnamon rolls.  So good.  You can add a cream cheese icing for an even closer resemblence to cinnamon rolls but I enjoyed them just as they were.

It's time for Bread Bakers.......

Papardelle and Scallops in Saffron Cream inspired by Elsewhere, A Novel by Dean Koontz

Sweet, tender scallops poached in butter and tossed with papardelle and brocolli in a sauce flavored with a touch of saffron.  Comfort food at it's finest.

I was inspired to create this recipe after listening to Elsewhere by Dean Koontz......

Patriotic Jello Bars and the Weekly Menu#SundayFunday

These Red White and Blue bars are the perfect dessert for your July 4th Potluck but are delicious and welcome anytime you want to feed a crowd.

The Sunday Funday Bloggers are sharing Dessert recipes today.....

A Portable Orange Chardonnay Seltzer Perfect for a Picnic #WinePW

 Ahhhhhhh....Summertime and the livin' is easy....

I love summertime in Michigan.  A lot of people like to vacation in the summer.  We may take some small trips, mostly in different parts of Michigan but for most of the summer there is no place I would rather be than in my own backyard.

Chimi Burger #EattheWorld

In the Dominican Republic they call their burgers Chimichurri, not to be confused with the condiment served in Argentina.  The name is the same but these burgers known casually as a Dominican Chimi Burger are all about the sauce and the toppings.

Come visit the foods of the Dominican Republic as we Eat the World........

Spinach Pesto Pasta with Shrimp #ImprovCookingChallenge

This delicious pasta is dressed in a pesto that contains not only basil but also spinach, parsley and roma tomato for an added nutritional boost.  Add some colorful cherry and grape tomatoes, some fresh asparagus and some tender shrimp and you have a complete one bowl meal in less than half an hour.

Our Improv Cooking Challenge this month calls for us to use Pasta and Greens.......

Roasted Tomato Caprese #BrunchWeek

Tomato halves seasoned simply with salt and pepper and roasted until flavorful then topped with fresh Mozzarella and basil leaves before being drizzled with olive oil.  A perfect addition to your Brunch or BBQ.

This is Day 3 of Brunch Week.......

Sweet Sausage Rolls and a Book Review #BrunchWeek

In a twist on the classic pigs in the blanket these little bite size goodies are baked in a buttery, sweet and nutty sauce.

Welcome to Day 2 of Brunch Week.......

Crustless Broccoli and Cheese Mini Quiches #BrunchWeek

These little bite size, crustless quiches are perfect for on your brunch buffet or as an appetizer to snack on while waiting for a plated brunch.  

Today is the first day of Brunch Week.......

Grilled New York Strip Steaks with Herb Compound Butter #SundayFunday

We all love grilled steaks but for some reason those we get at a steakhouse have a little something extra that we crave when dining at home.  Enter a herb compound butter that will transport your steaks from deliciously good to amazingly delicious!!

The Sunday Funday Bloggers are celebrating National Steakhouse Month......

Roasted Quail Sheet Pan Dinner inspired by The Rose Code and the Weekly Menu

Tender quail, roasted to a golden brown, on a sheet pan along with fingerling potatoes and fresh broccoli makes for a delicious and different dinner. Fancy enough to serve to Royalty as it was in The Rose Code by Kate Quinn.

Another Trip to Orvieto to Enjoy Dessert #ItalianFWT

This rustic blueberry crostata is the perfect ending to a wonderful dinner with friends.  I served it up with some homemade Lemon Ice Cream and paired it with a Cardeto Donna Armina Orvieto Classico Superiore.

The Italian Food Wine and Travel group are visiting the Native White Grapes of Italy......

Chicken and Cashew Salad with Ginger Dressing #FoodieExtravaganza

This delicious salad is a wonderful and colorful main course dinner with molasses and soy marinated chicken breast on top of tender baby spinach with crunch from the cabbage, cashews and chow mein noodles.  

It's National Fresh Fruits and Vegetables Month........

Mediterranean Quinoa Salad #SundayFunday

This salad makes a great side dish for outdoor gatherings and can also be a stand alone main course salad for those who choose to go meatless.

The Sunday Funday Bloggers are sharing Quinoa recipes today......

Harvey Wallbanger for Shoulder Season

 This iconic cocktail was all the rage in the 1970's.  I remember my folks enjoying them but I was still too young to partake and by the time I was old enough they were no longer in fashion.

I was reminded of this cocktail while reading Shoulder Season when vacationing in Cabo earlier this month.  When we got home, Frank looked up the recipe and we toasted having the resources to go on a wonderful vacation and having a perfect home to which to return........

Olivye (Ukrainian Potato Salad) and the Weekly Menu #MoviesandMunchies

We took a detour in Movies and Munchies this month and instead of watching a film we watched episodes of  Servant of the People starring President Zelensky before he was President of Ukraine and before the invasion.

I have watched several of the episodes and I can see why Zelensky caught the heart of his people and won the election.  I'm not sure that I would have voted for the man strictly based on his portrayal of a president but, luckily, for the Ukraine he was up to the job.

Lemony Shrimp Pasta #LemonWeek

Wondering what to do with that 1/4 bottle of bubbly that is left in the refrigerator?  Wonder no more....

This easy and delicious pasta comes together quickly.  The lemon and wine give it a brightness while the mushrooms, shrimp and cheese  combine to make a complete one dish meal.

It is the final day of Lemon Week.......

Peach Chicken and a Chardonnay from Fowles Farm #WorldWineTravel

This delicious Australian chicken dish is quick, easy and perfect for a weeknight meal while fancy enough to serve to guests.  It paired perfectly with this Chardonnay from Fowles Farm in Victoria.

The World Wine Travel group are still visiting Australia and I am lucky enough to be hosting this month......

Easy Peasy Lemon Cookies #LemonWeek

5 ingredients and 20 minutes of your time provides you with these wonderful cookies that are soft and chewy, sweet and tart.  

Today is the 4th Day of Lemon Week.......

Lemon Loaf Cake #LemonWeek

This moist, bright, and tender cake is baked up in a loaf pan and topped with a light, sweetly tart glaze.  it is perfect at your next brunch or afternoon tea as well as after dinner as dessert.

It is Day 3 of Lemon Week......

Lemon Ice Cream #LemonWeek

Creamy, Sweet and Tart this lemon ice cream is perfect as a refreshing dessert on it's own or as an addition to a fruit based tart, pie or galette.

It's Day 2 of Lemon Week........

Lemon Ginger Chicken Thighs #LemonWeek

Boneless, skinless chicken thighs, nestled with lemon and baked in a savory Asian flavored sauce for a delicious and nutritious meal when served up with a side of steamed rice and blistered green beans.

Welcome to Lemon Week.......

Cowboy Beans #SundayFunday

These delicious and hearty beans are sure to be the talk at your next picnic potluck.  Several different types of beans, hamburger. onion and jalapeno combined in a slightly sweet savory sauce.  So dang good!!!

The Sunday Funday Bloggers are sharing Picnic Recipes today.......

5 Can Vegetable Soup #SoupSaturdaySwappers

Life doesn't get much easier than this soup that requires nothing more than a stove, a pot and a can opener.  It is a great meal for children who are learning to cook, college students in a dorm room with only a hot plate or microwave, young couples on a tight budget and harried parents who need to get dinner on the table after work in a rush so they can get the kids to their practices in time.

The Soup Saturday Swappers are sharing soups with corn today......

Visiting the Wines of Southwest France outside of Bordeaux #Winophiles

The French Winophiles are heading to Southwest France today and I have three wines to share with you that are perfect for the warm summer months that we are all looking forward to.

When Linda of My Full Wine Glass  announced that we were going to visit the wines of Southwest France, I went out and bought this bottle of Belingard Bergerac Sec.

Smoked Salmon Rolls and the Weekly Menu #FishFridayFoodies

These are a fun little pop in your mouth appetizer perfect for your next outdoor gathering.  Smoked Salmon, cream cheese and the surprise ingredient, fennel, creates a taste sensation.

It's time for Fish Friday Foodies.............

Jelly Donut Bundt Cake #BundtBakers

This jelly donut bundt cake is super easy to make starting with a boxed cake mix and was a huge hit with the family celebrating Frank's birthday.

It's time for the Bundt Bakers..........

Open Faced Potato Salad Sandwiches for The One; A Novel #LitHappens

Before we left on vacation, we had an impromptu neighborhood gathering.  I put ribs on the smoker and chicken on the rotisserie and asked everyone to bring a dish.  My neighbor and our Teen's aunt, Michelle, brought these wonderful little open faced sandwiches that I am going to serve all summer long.

Sharing Shortcake, Our Homecoming Debacle, Making My Menu #SundayFunday

Leftover Lemon Loaf topped with macerated mixed berries and topped with whipped cream makes for a unique and delicious shortcake that is ready in a flash.

The Sunday Funday Bloggers are sharing Shortcake Recipes today......

Slowing Down and Enjoying Life with Castoro Cellars Zinfusion #WinePW

Slow down and enjoy life with these easy, tender and delicious pork chops that are made in the slow cooker.  Pair them with a wonderful bottle of wine from Castoro Cellars who embrace the slow wine movement, take a deep breath and relax........

Cucumber, Corn and Tomato Salad #BBQWeek

 This post is sponsored in conjunction with #BBQWeek. The sponsors, Rainier Foods and Intensity Academy, generously provided samples to participants to aid in the creation of the #BBQWeek recipes and prize packages to give away to the readers. However, all opinions are mine alone.

This wonderful summer salad is a great side for your next BBQ.  Sweet corn, grape tomatoes and cucumbers dressed in a garlicky vinaigrette with just a hint of heat and touch of sweet.

Today is the final day of BBQ Week.......

Korean Steak Tacos #ImprovCookingChallenge

 Flour tortillas stuffed with slices of Flank Steak marinated in Korean flavors and grilled to perfection, topped with coleslaw dressed in additional marinade.  

It's time for the Improv Cooking Challenge.........

Korean Grilled Flank Steak #BBQWeek

This post is sponsored in conjunction with #BBQWeek. The sponsors, Rainier Foods and Intensity Academy, generously provided samples to participants to aid in the creation of the #BBQWeek recipes and prize packages to give away to the readers. However, all opinions are mine alone.

Flank steak tenderized in a marinade seasoned with Gochu and grilled to a perfect medium rare.  Serve this steak with a side of rice and some stir fry veggies, dice it up and add it to a bowl or slice it up and pass the tortillas for a deliciously different taco.

We are still celebrating BBQ Week.........

Asian Ribs #BBQWeek

 This post is sponsored in conjunction with #BBQWeek. The sponsors, Rainier Foods and Intensity Academy, generously provided samples to participants to aid in the creation of the #BBQWeek recipes and prize packages to give away to the readers. However, all opinions are mine alone.

Tender, fall off the bone, baby back ribs with an Asian Spiced Rub and Sour Cherry Glaze bumps up your next barbecue to a whole new level of deliciousness.

Join us as we continue or BBQ Week Celebration.......

Pide Ekmek (Turkish Flatbread) #BreadBakers #Eatthe World

This Turkish Flatbread is light, airy and fluffy.  No kneading required and with only 2 short rising periods it is a quick and delicious bread that your family will love.

Please join me today as Bread Bakers collides with our Eat the World Challenge.......